Description & Requirements

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.

Career Opportunity

The Shipping Manager will be responsible for overseeing daily activities for shipping functions of all outgoing products to customers, managing all aspects of shipping and transferring product and materials, verifying and recording information on incoming and outgoing shipments, and providing leadership to shipping personnel.

How You Will Impact Smurfit Westrock

Schedule inbound and outbound loads/manage inbound and outbound shipments
Maximize trailer utilization and efficiently use trailer pool to reduce costs
Ensure subordinates work safely and contribute to a collaborative safety culture that drives results
Prepare daily and monthly management reports to communicate critical shipping information
Coordinate and monitor courier rates to select the lowest rate to minimize shipping cost and remain within budget
Utilize knowledge of shipping procedures, routes, and rates to determine shipping priorities and methods for delivery to assure on-time delivery and exceptional customer service.
Communicate with various levels of management and departments to ensure that goals are accomplished

 What You Need To Succeed

High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent, Associates or Bachelor’s preferred.
3+ years of production leadership experience
3+ years of logistics/industrial/shipping experience - Required
Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage tasks effectively
Focus on increasing customer satisfaction by ensuring obligations are met in timely manner
Aptitude to calculate estimated costs associated with the shipping/delivery functions.
Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with other managers, staff, and vendors
Proficiency in computer skills including Microsoft Office- Excel, PowerPoint, Word
Well-developed oral and written communication skills.

What We Offer

Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.
Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities.
An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential.
Generous benefits including 401 K Matching, Medical, Dental, Vision all starting day one. Employee discounts, Tuition Reimbursement, and Wellness program.
A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Smurfit Westrock

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